He retired from the national team after a gun attack on the Togo team bus at the 2010 Nations Cup killed two members.

Emmanuel Adebayor factfile

Date of birth: 26 February 1984

Place of birth: Lome, Togo

Position: Striker

Previous clubs: Metz, Monaco, Arsenal, Manchester City, Real Madrid

Current club: Tottenham

National team: Togo, apps 41, goals 18

"I am keen on returning to help my country but there are things that we need to talk about before I can confirm whether I am returning or not," added Adebayor.

"I really want to help my country but there are some pressing issues that must be addressed for the benefit of the entire team."

Adebayor, on loan at Spurs from Manchester City, will not play in Friday's first leg of the World Cup qualifier in Bissau but will be available for selection for Tuesday's return game in Lome if he agrees to return.